10 ways to improve micro job services

People often think that creating a super job is all that's needed to succeed selling micro job services, which is far from the truth. These top rated sellers you see on Fiverr, gigpayrr and other alternative sites don't just create a job and the sales coming pouring in, it's just not like that. They work there ass off to promote there services best they can and this includes creating catchy titles, descriptions etc etc.

OK, enough of the telling off. Here's my top 10 ways to improve your micro job services.

1: Make sure your title is catchy, this sounds simple but many people miss the opportunity to catch others first impressions, here's an example.

• Title 1: I will create a website for $5
• Title 2: I will create a stunning, professional website for $5

Be honest now, which one would you pick? I know which one I would click on.

2:  Video, whenever you can always try and include a video. People like watching stuff and it's as simple as that. Think of it this way, watch a one minute video or read this 200 word description.

3: Make sure that whatever your service is, you provide a quality experience for the client/customer. This may be your ticket to future sales and repeat custom. Providing this level of service will almost ensure that they will be back for more, If they won't be back for more then you can be sure they will tell someone about it. Provide a crappy service and prepare for the consequences.

4: Response time, no one likes waiting around so tend to your orders or questions in a timely manner.

5: BIO'S, Try and include a bio. Some people are either shy or just leave this bit but I can assure you that people will look at your bio and in some cases it's a deciding factor whether or not they purchase your gig.

6: Tags. I know most micro job websites allow you to tag your service so make good use of it. If your service is "logo design" don't just tag it logo, If you don't know what I mean here just take a look at your competition.

7: Images. If you are using images to promote your service then make sure it's a quality image. If you can't create an image yourself then pay $5 to have another member create one for you. It will be worth it in the long run.

8: Descriptions and other information regarding your service. Make sure you don't leave any stone unturned because I guarantee it will come back to bite you. For example if your service is logo design and you only get one design concept then make sure that this is crystal clear in your description.

9: Community interaction. Make sure that you interact with the community and I say this for a couple of reasons and the main one being that someone in there may want to buy your service. Interacting with the community is a great way to get some feedback on your services.

10: Reviews/Testimonials. Always ask for a testimonial from your clients. I can express how important this is and not many people take advantage of it, they just get there $5 and run to the withdraw funds button. Get a review of your service, it looks VERY GOOD on your listing and not to mention you can use that review to put on your own site if you have one.

Well I hope these tips help some of you, especially the people just starting off.

Happy Gigging!

How do I start my own Micro Job website

How or should you start a micro job website?

It's not really a question of "how" it's more of a question of should you start your own micro job website. When Fiverr.com launched back in February 2010 they still wasn't the first website to offer this kind of service. So that being said my answer is YES! if you have the time and commitment to do this then why not. Micro Job websites can be very lucrative in a number of ways, you just need to put the work loads in. The internet is a BIG, BIG place and there's plenty of fish in it. Take a look at affiliate marketing for example, how many sites do you see offering services,products,training,tutorials,money making opportunities and everything in between. Another example could be Facebook, when this launched there were already a boat load of social sites out there but that didn't stop Mr Zuckerberg from taking over the world. What I'm trying to say is that there is plenty of room in the sea for you to jump in.

Where do you get a Micro Job website from?

This is the tricky part and there are a few things you can do here. You could buy one that has already been running and has an established site with buyers and sellers, for example "tenbux.com" sold at Flippa for over $20,000. You can actually go and buy a Fiverr clone "just type fiverr clone in google and you'll get more than enough to choose from", Ive seen these cost up to $500, or you could get the WordPress pricerr theme for $69.00. There is now a FREE script over at php valley (http://phpvalley.com/phpvalley-micro-jobs-site-script/). As you can see there are plenty of ways to start one up, some easier than other and some more cost effective ways of setting one up, BUT please do a little research and don't just jump in as you might hit the shallow end ;). I would highly recommend trying or having your own custom built script made for you, this way your website is unique and stands a side from the rest. When you come to creating your site try not to just copy Fiverr or any other site, try being unique and be creative with ideas. You don't just have to sell small services, you can sell pretty much anything.

Where do you get buyers and sellers from?

When I started Madgigz.com this was one of the main things I was most worried about because for me setting up the shop was easy, getting customers to come in is not so easy. Hopefully a couple of these tips should help you a long the way, these aren't just random tips picked from the sky these are techniques I am still using.

1. Don't just set your website up and launch, do a pre-launch offer and get people interested.
2. (This is a must) Before you launch, put a lot of hard work in marketing your site via social networks, blogging, guest blogging, comment posting and everything in between. Basically anything to generate interest towards your site.
3. Buyers and sellers are NOT different, treat them the same. What I mean by this is at first I was buyer but then converted in to a seller. Sellers will buy from other sellers.
4. It's very important that you don't stop marketing your site, keep blogging, keep posting comments and keep networking.
5. Get in touch with other/similar sites and ask for banner swaps etc. Generating traffic is as important as having things to sell on their. No traffic - no sales - no money :(
6. I highly recommend paid advertising whether it be on Google, facebook or any other site (obvioously make sure it's worth while). I posted an add on Fiverrway and this generated a lot of interest but it cost me $150.00 and the question, was it worth it? YES!. 
7. Don't forget to set-up your social networking, this is so important and many people will leave this till last. Put this on your priority list as it's not something that you can just throw up. For example take a look at Madgigz.com on twitter, Google+ and Facebook and you will see that the advertising for the site flows.
8. Although marketing your site is important you don't want to get caught up in spending hours on hours, days on days doing this. You need to pay attention to your guest, buyers and sellers.
9. Set-up email campaigns. This is something else you should consider a priority as this is the only way you can co-operate with your audience.
10. Don't forget a blog! Although sometimes I miss posting on the Madgigz.com blog you should consider posting at least once a week, this is another good way of keeping everyone updated with announcements, news, special offers and other important information for your audience.

Can I help your Micro Job business?
Simple answer is YES I can help your Micro Job business. I built the Madgigz.com platform not just as micro job website to sell other people's services, in fact take a look at the site I don't sell any services. The platform was built to increase traffic and sales to micro job websites and sellers and to give the buyers a much more integrated impression of micro job websites where they can simply browse the services from all the major micro job websites.

Please feel free to contact me and I will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have and hopefully assist you in promoting your micro job website.

Email: carlATmadgigzDOTcom
Skype: carlbrook79
Website: www.madgigz.com


Final thoughts
I'm not telling you that this is easy as that would be far from the truth. There is a lot of hard work that go's in to maintaining these sites and promoting them. If your looking for a get rich quick scheme then I suggest you look elsewhere.

Your own website for advertising Fiverr gigs

Don't just think about this, DO IT!

Definitely get this done, it's a big part in your marketing efforts and will surely benefit your gig empire. Even if you only have one gig you should still have a site promoting that gig. Marketing your gigs is not just about setting a Facebook and Twitter account up (although they help a lot), It's all about your marketing efforts and you will get more out of what you put in, but please don't think that it's easy because it's not. This takes a lot of time and effort on your part but the rewards are great.

So how much does this cost?
It doesn't have to cost you anything and if you want you can have more than one. There are plenty of sites out there that can assist you with this and your on one of them now "blogger.com". You can use blogger.com to set-up and create a page or pages for your gig empire. You don't have to stop at blogger either as there are many more available including wordpress.org, wix.com. If you want a more professional approach then i would suggest getting your own gig site done which is something Madgigz.com will be helping their members with soon.

OK I can build this site but how do I get people to visit the site?
You can visit my other post about marketing your gigs where I go in to a little bit more detail and try and give you some ideas on how you can promote your gigs, you can use this method to try and attract visitors to your site BUT don't forget the main aim here is to attract more visitors to your gigs which will lead to more sales.

Final thoughts and notes!
Marketing your gigs and making lots of money with Fiverr or any other site is not an over night get rich scheme, However it does offer you the possibilities of making a nice income whilst sat at home doing the things you love to do. You need a site, it's a small portion of what you need but it should be definitely on your agenda of things to do.
Don't forget to check Fiverr TOS for what you can and can't do with regards to promoting your gigs. You don't wanna set a site up and link to third party gig sites as they may ban your account

Happy Gigging!

Why you should be on Tenrr.com

Tenrr.com

I don't normally like writing about gig related sites but more the gigs that are on them but for this one I'm going to make an exception.
Now I have spoke with the guy who owns this website (no names) and he seems like a really genuine guy and very nice to chat to, and I can tell you that their aren't many of them online. Normally they just want your money, trust me I know. Anyway, this site is one of a few that actually let you promote as many gigs as you want for absolutely FREE, and this means FREE. The site doesn't take any commissions and doesn't charge you for listing, so basically any money you make from this site is all yours "well apart from paypals cut, damn payapl".

I honestly can not see any reason for people who provide micro job services shouldn't be on this site, you have absolutely nothing to loose and lots of cash to gain. On another note this guy keeps doing some great promotions, for example; this month all you had to do was post a job and some lucky member was randomly picked to receive a $50.00 Amazon gift voucher, how awesome amazing is this? They also have a great blog with lots of great tips and advice that is updated regular. Honestly if your not on this site then there is something wrong with you.

If your thinking I'm an affiliate or something then your wrong, I have absolutely nothing to do with this site and if your thinking "well why you promoting this site when you have your own", then here's why. Although I operate Madgigz.com I launched this site to HELP promote micro job sellers services and that's what I continue to do. It is in my best interest to help you as gig seller promote your services as much as I can, and I believe www.tenrr.com to be very valuable service to all giggers out there.

On my next post Im gonna be sending you to a website you should check out at least on a weekly basis. The site provides some excellent reviews of gig related websites and lots more.

Until next time, Happy Gigging!

Marketing your micro jobs

Let's go in to marketing your micro jobs a little further. This is one of my favourite topics because without enduring this timely task your gigs could just well be dead already.

First off (and if you have the time) take a look at this article I wrote "How important is advertising your micro jobs". It's not that it's important to market your gigs it's a necessity in order for your gigs to be lucrative. Without marketing your gigs your taking away potentially thousands of visitor and hundreds of sales to your services.

There a Lot's of ways you can be marketing your micro job services and I will throw a few ideas here for you now.

OK, so let's assume you have all your services up and ready and the only site you are currently promoting on is Fiverr.com. Starting the ball rolling tends to always be the hardest bit because you have lot's of ideas but you don't know where to start. Try the steps below.

1. Build a blog/website for your micro job services. You can use blogger.com, weebly, wordpress and I'm sure if you do a search you will find lots more.
2. Set up your social networks, I always try and use the most popular ones available including Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Pinterest. Keep in mind that you must keep active with these so don't try and do to many, just pick the ones you think will benefit you most and crack on with them.
3. Try "spreading", you probably never herd this saying before because it's my own and all i mean is visit some forums, blogs, websites and join in with the communities, leave comments, make helpful useful suggestions and people will see that you mean business and that if they did order from you there getting a good job done. Put simply "build a reputation for yourself"

You need to keep this up, this is not something you can do over night. Don't worry if you have a full time job already you can just do this over time. I can guarantee that if you keep to your plan and follow the simple steps above you will start to see improvements on your orders.

So what other ways can you increase your traffic?

I can't go in to detail on all the possible ways you can advertise and self promote your micro job services. What you can do is test the water's your self. Some marketing methods will work differently for the type of services your offering, for example; if I offered a service of dancing round singing happy birthday i wouldn't try and promote this on a web design forum, I'm sure you get what I mean. You could even try PPC, facebook marketing, paying for targeted visitors to your gig link. The opportunities are endless.

Well I hope this post has give you giggers some ideas on how you can promote. If you have any questions or you need a little help then just give me a shout.

Happy gigging!

Welcome to my Micro Job Marketing blog

Hi People,

First off thank you very much for taking the time to stop by. Your here because your looking for tips, or need help and advice on marketing your micro job services, right? GOOD! You have come to the right place. I plan on helping lots of people here promote and be successful with their micro job services.

So who am I then, and why would you trust me or even bother reading my blog?

Good question and one you should ask more often. My name is Carl Brook, I am an online ADDICT. I spend most of my time here in the online world doing anything from building websites, blogging, creating graphics, marketing, SEO and lots of other stuff too. I have absolutely nothing to hide as an online marketer and business owner, in fact ill tell you now I own Madgigz.com which is a promotion platform for sellers of micro jobs services, I also run Good4businesses.co.uk which is my web design company here in the UK which helps small and start-up businesses get online and I also own Good4hosting.co.uk which is a hosting company also based here in the UK. Am i a millionaire? NO but i wouldn't mind being one of them, I am a hard working guy who loves being online and I love helping other people achieve success with whatever it is there doing. You can ask me anything you want and if i have got the answer you can have it, in fact here is my personal email carlatmadgigz.com and if their is something your stuck with or need help, advice, tips on marketing, advice on buying dodgy online guru marketing stuff, i don't care, send me an email and let's talk.

This blog will only ever contain things relevant to me! Any marketing ads you see on here will be mine only(NO dodgy marketing or guru opportunities that eat your wallets). I will provide this blog with lot's of relevant information just for you and  hopefully you will keep coming back for more. I won't offer you some dodgy ebook for your email (you can join if you WANT!) and in return ill give you some advice (i will give it anyway). THATS WHY you should bother reading my blog.

On with the show!

My first ever post will be about what this blog is about and that's marketing your micro job services.